State University Of New York, College At Plattsburgh

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.T. -- Biology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

SUNY Plattsburgh offers a Master of Science for Teachers (M.S.T.), leading to initial New York State Education Department (NYSED) certification for grades 7-12, at both the Main Campus in Plattsburgh and the Branch Campus at the Adirondack Community College (ACC) in Queensbury.

Our Adolescence Education M.S.T. Degree Allows You To...
* Prepare to teach in an secondary school classroom, grades 7-12;
* Meet degree requirements to obtain initial teacher certification in Adolescence Education granted through NYSED;
* Benefit from personal advisement with a graduate advisor; and,
* Complete academic courses in the evening.

Benefits of the M.S.T. in Adolescence Education
* Switch careers without completing another undergraduate degree.
* Complete most academic courses in the evenings so you can work during the day.
* Participate in a program with themes that support the development of a qualified, caring, and competent professional.
* Enter into a field where you make a difference in adolescents' lives.

Accreditation:

SUNY Plattsburgh is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. Education undergraduate and graduate programs in childhood education, adolescence education, literacy education, and special education are accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).

Eligibility Requirements:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a liberal arts major aligned with subject areas in New York State Standards for Learning. Applicants for the M.S.T. Adolescence programs must have a major in the area for which they are seeking certification.
2. Transcripts will be reviewed by faculty to evaluate undergraduate coursework. Arts and Sciences faculty will be responsible for assessing the appropriateness of the courses completed in the subject matter area and may require the candidate to take additional coursework prior to matriculation.
3. Demonstration of literacy skills Applicants will be reviewed for the quality of their letter of intent.
4. An undergraduate cumulative G.P.A. of 2.75 is mandatory.
5. Three (3) letters of reference indicating the applicant's ability to pursue graduate study. At least 2 of the letters should be from college faculty.
6. Completed MST preparatory worksheet.
7. Availability of program openings.

# of Credits Required:

42 credit hours

International Student Requirements:

1. Students whose native language is not English must submit official documentation of their Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. Required score: 550 or above (paper-based) or 79-80 or above (internet-based). 2. International students must provide official documents to prove that they have enough money to pay for their education, estimated at $26,000 per year.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

8870 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

15160 USD

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Distant Town

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